Ingrid
Ingrid is a girl's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Beloved of Ing or fair, beautiful.
Origin and history
Ingrid is a female name of Old Norse origin, derived from elements meaning 'Ing's beauty' or 'fair'. It has a long history of use in Scandinavian cultures and entered English usage in the 19th and 20th centuries. In the United States, it remains a recognizable, classic choice with steady, moderate popularity.
Popularity in the United States
27,747 babies in the United States have been named Ingrid since 1880. It ranks #873 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1005.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.5 %)
- NY (15.3 %)
- TX (8.9 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
- NJ (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 12 |
| 1900-1910 | 83 |
| 1910-1920 | 334 |
| 1920-1930 | 341 |
| 1930-1940 | 389 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,895 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,606 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,873 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,735 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,504 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,613 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,036 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,946 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,380 |
Famous people named Ingrid
- Ingrid Bergman: Actress
- Ingrid Michaelson: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The first element of the name, 'Ing', refers to an ancient Germanic god of fertility.
- Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman brought immense international fame to the name in the mid-20th century.